Atty. John G. Harshman

Atty. John G. Harshman

John G. Harshman joined Frank, Gale, Bails, Murcko & Pocrass, P.C. as an associate attorney in June 2015 and was named partner in 2017.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About John G. Harshman at a glance

John G. Harshman is a Shareholder based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Frank, Gale, Bails & Pocrass, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on family law, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1991) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1991). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 1991) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1987). Active member of Allegheny County (Member, Family Law Section) and Pennsylvania (Member, Family Law Section) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John G. Harshman joined Frank, Gale, Bails, Murcko & Pocrass, P.C. as an associate attorney in June 2015 and was named partner in 2017
  • Mr. Harshman is a 1991 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Law
  • He brings over 24 years of experience in complex divorce litigation, including business evaluation issues
  • He serves as Solicitor for the Greater Pittsburgh Police Federal Credit Union and also works with the Policemen's Relief and Pension Fund for the City of Pittsburgh
  • He also has served as a faculty member of the Pennsylvania Bar Institute and conducts continuing legal education credit lecturing on Municipal Pensions and non-ERISA retirement benefits
  • Mr. Harshman has also dedicated significant personal time to charitable endeavors such as the Susan B. Komen Race for the Cure and the American Heart Association and the American Kidney Fund
  • Recently, Harshman was honored as the highest private fundraiser for the American Kidney Fund in 2015

Practice Areas Explained

John G. Harshman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John G. Harshman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Pittsburgh are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John G. Harshman

Where is John G. Harshman's law office located?
John G. Harshman's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Frank, Gale, Bails & Pocrass, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John G. Harshman handle?
John G. Harshman focuses on family law, business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has John G. Harshman practiced law?
John G. Harshman has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John G. Harshman go to law school?
John G. Harshman earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1987).
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Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- 1991
B.A.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1991

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